Postdoc in photonic-crystal based nanosensors - DTU Bioengineering

We seek at a motivated and enthusiastic candidate to help develop the nanotechnology based sensor system that we work with in our group. The work involves all steps of the sensor development (concept development, fabrication and testing). You will be involved in a highly interdisciplinary and international project, with several European partners, at a productive scientific environment and a good work-life balance.

You are expected to work alone and in collaboration with other scientists and students.

Responsibilities and qualifications
Your main task will be to design, fabricate and test the nano-sensors developed in the research group. You should expect both theoretical and experimental work and a high degree of collaboration with your colleagues. 

We are looking for an experienced candidate. Ideally, you already have 1-2 years of postdoc experience. You have a background in physics and/or nanotechnology, and have in-depth knowledge of one or more of the following: photonic crystal based sensors, electrochemistry, micro- and nano-fabrication, tissue biology, impedance based biophysics or other sensor relevant topics. You have experience working with nanoscale sensors, e.g. graphene or silicon based FETs. You will be required to have at least 2 years documented experience with working in a cleanroom, and particularly knowledge of electron beam lithography and silicon etching techniques are weighted highest. 

A major part of your work will be to supervise bachelor and master students, and we expect you to have previous experience with independent project supervision. You will also be responsible for the coordination of the project work with the relevant EU partners and we expect that you have as a minimum been part of a larger project with several partners, where you have been responsible for e.g. periodic reporting.

We expect that you are an efficient team worker, have good communication skills and have a critical engineering mindset for sensor development. 

As a formal qualification, you must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent). 

We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility. 

Salary and terms of employment 
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.

The period of employment is 18 months starting July 1st 2023 and is a full time position.

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Further information
Further information may be obtained from Prof. Winnie E. Svendsen,tel.: 31259369, [email protected]

You can read more about DTU Bioengineering at www.bioengineering.dtu.dk

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Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 23 May 2023 (Danish time). 

Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:

• Application (cover letter)
• CV
• Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English)
• List of publications 

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.

The Department of Biotechnology and Biomedicine (DTU Bioengineering) is an international leader in the areas of biotechnology and biomedicine. Our engineering approach to all aspects of biotechnology and biomedicine positions us as a valuable player with unique competences in a growing bio-based economy and with health systems transforming towards personalized medicine. We have a clear focus on the needs in the life science industry and point towards innovation, new businesses, and scientific services for the benefit of society. The department has extensive collaborations with national and international research units and industry. DTU Bioengineering has approx. 300 employees, of which 2/3 are scientific staff. The department is located at DTU Lyngby Campus

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